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Daniel Kennedy Obituary
Pawtucket – Daniel J. Kennedy, 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 10, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Beatrice “Bea” R. (Healy) Kennedy for sixty-four years.
A lifelong resident of Rhode Island, he was a son of the late Anthony and Mary (Richer) Kennedy. Dan was a Korean War U.S. Navy veteran, and attended the Rhode Island School of Design. He was a Master Toolmaker at FRAM Automotive for many years until retiring in 1991. He was also the inventor of the Kennedy Cup and various other non-spill products.
Dan enjoyed Providence College Basketball, tennis, golf and ping-pong. He was a member of the Leon Mathieu Senior Center, Cedar Cove Community Center and enjoyed spending over twenty-five winters in Sarasota, FL. Above all, he was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
Besides his wife, he leaves, Susan Ruth Eve of Sarasota, FL, Linda Beatrice Kennedy of Pawtucket, Daniel Joseph Kennedy, Jr. of North Kingstown, John Healy Kennedy of Exeter, Maureen Mary Whitt of Parrish, FL and Eileen Frances Botelho of Sarasota, FL and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Eugene Kennedy, Joseph Kennedy and Marilyn Donnelly.
His funeral with Military Honors will be held Tuesday at 9 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in the Church of St. Leo the Great, 699 Central Ave., Pawtucket. Interment will follow at Mt. St. Mary Cemetery, Pawtucket. VISITATION will be Monday 4 to 7 p.m. Please omit flowers. Memorial gifts to the Alzheimer’s Association, 245 Waterman St., Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906 or the RI Community Food Bank, 200 Niantic Ave., Providence, RI 02907 would be appreciated. TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com
Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Kennedy
Bradford Doyle
January 26, 2018
I am very sorry for your loss and I wish his family peace.
David Gong
January 25, 2018
Condolences for your loss, the time he made here will be cherished by all that knew him.
Donna Silva
January 18, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Take care.
January 18, 2018
To the family, so very sorry for your loss, your precious family will remain in our prayers. As you take each day one step at a time and hold on to the loving memories of your loved one, may God grant you strength to see each day through. 2 Corinthians 4:7
Jean Kirwin
January 17, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. May good memories comfort you and your family. Take Care and God Bless.
January 16, 2018
Condolences. May you have faith in Jesus' words found at John 6:44. I know Mr. Daniel Kennedy will be deeply missed.
John and Jackie Rorke
January 15, 2018
To the Kennedy Family: Sincere condolences on the passing of Dan. We were privileged to know him at Cedar Cove in Sarasota. He always treated us well, and we know Bea and the kids will miss him. We are thinking of you at this sad time.
Margaret Hogan
January 14, 2018
Dear Beatrice,
I send sincere condolences on the passing of your dear husband, father, and grandfather, Dan. May your fond memories of happy times comfort you and help you through this difficult time.
I send this message to you on behalf of your Gunther cousins,
Rosemary, George, Peggy and Therese.
We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
With warm regards,
Peg (Gunther) Hogan
January 13, 2018
To the Kennedy family,
Dan will be sadly missed. We will especially remember all the good times we had together...playing dominoes, watching a moonrise in Newport, our trip to Ireland and visits in Sarasota. It was always a pleasure to be in his company.
Love you all,
Dan & Jane
Joe & Cindy Calcina
January 13, 2018
Bea, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dan will be greatly missed here in Cedar Cove but never forgotten.
Teresa Bidwell
January 13, 2018
Susan and Family
May you always Feel his Warm Touch, Hear his Voice, see his Smile and remember all the lovely times spent with you father. He is now passed on to a softer place received by Loving Angels.
Sending positive thoughts and prayers to you all Much Love, Teresa
Maureen Whitt
January 13, 2018
My Dad, things to know. He was always there to lend a hand, never complaining about how long it would take or how hard the task. He followed directions very well, especially from my Mom. He would say he " Always had a Bea buzzing around him, telling him what to do." He taught me the value of a dollar, to work hard and do the best in all you do. He enjoyed playing Scrabble, tennis and ping- pong but LOVED his Gameboy. He'd play Tetris for hours and hours, being very proud of completing the entire game. The grandkids couldn't play with it, it wasn't a toy but his own challenge. Vacations were yearly and to be cherished. He thought highly of a cold beer after a long days work and said a Scotch before bed was necessary to sleep and "Never hurt anyone". He was obsessed with making the greatest bubble producing toy ever, and succeeded. I can't even imagine how many gallons of bubble solution he went through before learning to make it himself. He could be sarcastic, loved a good joke and was a prankster. I get many great qualities from him.
Dad, you will be forever missed but always in my heart. Love you, Maureen
Natasha
January 13, 2018
May your hearts be warmed during this time of sorrow knowing that Dan is smiling down upon you. Although he feels so distant know that he is with you now and always. Every time you feel the Sun on your face or that comforting breeze in the Spring that is your Dad, Husband or friend extending his love and thanks for being part of him.
Barbara Hahne
January 13, 2018
Dear Bea and family, our sympathy to all of you! We enjoyed our friendship with Dan during our years at CC. He will be missed here and on the courts. Love, Ed and Barbara
Susan Ruth Kennedy-Eve
January 13, 2018
To my dearest father and Kindred Spirit - you have my heart and your light has always shined deep in my soul.
As I live the remainder of my life, I can only hope to walk in your foot steps.
You will forever be so deeply missed!
XOXO
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